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Finance Assistant

Flint Bishop

Derby

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join their dynamic finance team in Derby. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to support the financial operations of a leading law firm. The ideal candidate will possess excellent Excel skills and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. With competitive salary packages and a supportive working environment, this role promises career development opportunities and a chance to contribute to a growing firm known for its commitment to excellence. If you are a motivated individual looking to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus potential
Career development opportunities
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
Extra day off for your birthday
Staff card discount scheme for local shops
Social days and evenings on the firm
Staff discounts on legal services

Qualifications

  • Experience in finance roles with strong Excel skills is essential.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare month-end journals and monthly KPIs.
  • Set up and authorise electronic payments.
  • Produce variance analysis reports for departments.

Skills

Microsoft Excel
Interpersonal Skills
Communication Skills
Self-motivation
Multi-tasking
Numeracy
Team Player

Job description

Department: Finance

Location: Derby, UK

Description

Flint Bishop is a top 200 leading law firm with headquarters based at Pride Park, Derby. We represent leading UK organisations including government agencies, public sector bodies and PLCs, providing pragmatic and solution-orientated advice, which is nationally recognised by both the legal and business community.

To support our recruitment drive and ambitious growth plans, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Assistant to join our finance team based at our Derby office. The role reports directly to the Client Transactions Manager and Finance Director. The role is full time, Monday to Friday 09:15 to 17:30 with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Assist in the preparation of Month-end Journals
  2. Assist in the preparation of monthly KPIs and producing variance analysis reports
  3. Updating Financial supporting schedules
  4. Production and distribution of various reports to Heads of Departments
  5. Set up and authorise electronic payments on our Online Banking system
  6. Prepare and analyse financial data as required
  7. Assist with Ad Hoc tasks and projects

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  1. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  2. Be highly self-motivated and comfortable with regular deadlines
  3. Able to multi-task and prioritise their workload
  4. Be numerate and highly accurate with their work
  5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  6. Be hardworking, flexible and a good team player

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Benefits

What we offer?

  1. Competitive salary
  2. Bonus potential
  3. Great working environment at our Derby head offices
  4. Career development opportunities
  5. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  6. Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
  7. 1 week's holiday carry over
  8. Extra day off for your birthday
  9. Staff card discount scheme for local shops
  10. Social days and evenings on the firm
  11. Staff discounts on legal services
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